Illegal Crypto Mining Operation Uncovered in Puebla’s Jungle
- Authorities discovered a hidden facility with 300 GPU mining machines in Puebla, Mexico.
- The operation was illegally using electricity from the Nuevo Necaxa hydroelectric grid.
- This marks the fourth such mining site found in the region since the start of 2025.
- The setup included a custom pedestal transformer and eight Starlink-class satellite internet antennas.
The discovery highlights how organized crime networks are increasingly leveraging sophisticated infrastructure to conduct illegal crypto mining operations. The remote location and sparse policing make it difficult to detect such activities, which often involve stealing electricity from local grids.
This recent find underscores the growing trend of illicit crypto mining, with four sites uncovered in Puebla since early last year, indicating a potential rise in similar operations elsewhere. (Source)
